College of Arts & Architecture

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College of the Arts & Architecture

Bringing together the arts, architecture, and urban planning through research and creative practice.

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Dr. Winifred Elysse Newman shares what excites her most in her role as dean of the College of the Arts & Architecture and why Milwaukee is the perfect place for creative disciplines to converge.

Unparalleled expertise. Limitless creative potential.

The College of the Arts & Architecture is a hub of artistry and innovation that pairs two distinct schools: the Peck School of the Arts and the School of Architecture & Urban Planning.

Together, the faculty and staff of the college lead top-tier undergraduate and graduate programs in the visual and performing arts, architecture, design, and urban planning.

Research Centers & Institutes

Creative Practice, Scholarship and Research

375+Annual Public Events
Person examining architectural models and sustainable building material prototypes on studio shelves.4.1M+Annual Grant Funding & Submissions
353Faculty & Staff Members
A group of dancers perform on a bright red stage, each with one arm raised. The city at night can be seen through large windows behind them.430,000+Square Feet of Facilities
A structure comprised of several pieces form a dome.5Centers & Institutes
2,467Enrolled Students, 2025
98Annual Faculty Awards & Publications

Schools

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Peck School of the Arts

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School of Architecture & Urban Planning

Recent News

Peck School of the Arts News & Stories Architecture & Urban Planning News & Stories

Upcoming Events

Peck School of the Arts Events Calendar Architecture & Urban Planning Events Calendar
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Next Steps

Begin your academic adventure with us. At the College of Arts & Architecture, learning has no limits.

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